Chemists, and food and wine scientists
Average salary data for Chemists, and food and wine scientists in Australia based on ABS Employee Earnings and Hours survey (May 2025).
Source: ABS 6306.0 Employee Earnings and Hours, May 2025
Average Salary
$105,500
per year
Median Salary
$100,000
Demand Level
Very High
💼 Salary by Experience
Estimated based on national median. Actual figures vary by employer and location.
Entry Level
0-2 years
$68,500
10th percentile
Mid Level
3-7 years
$105,500
50th percentile
Senior Level
8+ years
$147,500
90th percentile
📍 Salary by State
⚠️ State figures are estimates derived from national averages using regional cost-of-living adjustments. They are not sourced directly from state-level ABS data.
| State | Average Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| ACT | $116,000 | +10.0% |
| WA | $114,000 | +8.1% |
| NSW | $110,500 | +4.7% |
| NT | $108,500 | +2.8% |
| VIC | $107,500 | +1.9% |
| QLD | $100,000 | -5.2% |
| SA | $97,000 | -8.1% |
| TAS | $92,500 | -12.3% |
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